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Coconut balls

Snacks Desserts Dishes for Special Occasions 60 min Easy 14 wyświetleń ~39.21 PLN - (0)
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Delicate coconut balls are a sweet snack made from coconut flakes, condensed milk, and crushed biscuits. They have a creamy, moist texture inside and a pleasantly crunchy layer of flakes on the outside. They are easy to prepare without baking, making them perfect as a sweet treat for New Year's Eve 2025 — they can be served on a platter as one of the finger foods, alongside other mini desserts. Visually, they attract with their simplicity: white balls coated in coconut flakes or dark cocoa (optional) pair well with champagne or coffee. The recipe is quick, does not require baking experience, and can be modified (e.g., adding cocoa, vanilla extract, or chopped nuts).

Składniki (7)

Servings:
24
  • Sweetened condensed milk 300 ml
  • Coconut flakes 250 g
  • Biscuits 150 g
  • Butter 30 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 0.0 szczypt
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Vanilla extract 5 g
  • Cocoa powder for coating 30 g
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Preparation steps

Preparing the ingredients

1

Prepare all the ingredients and tools: a large mixing bowl, a hand mixer or wooden spoon, a food processor/blender or rolling pin to crush the biscuits, 2 flat plates (one for the coconut/cocoa), a tray or baking sheet lined with parchment paper, plastic wrap. Weigh all the products according to the ingredient list.

Use a food processor for quick crushing of the biscuits. If you don't have one, place the biscuits in a bag and hit them with a rolling pin. The tray should be at least 20×30 cm in size.

Preparing the biscuits

2

Crush the biscuits into small pieces: place them in a blender and pulse for 10–20 seconds until you achieve a fine, but still slightly grainy sand. If you don't have a blender, place the biscuits in a sealed bag and hit them with a rolling pin for 1–2 minutes until they are fine.

Ingredients: Biscuits
Do not grind the biscuits too long into powder — a fine structure helps the mixture to bind, but completely powdered biscuits can dry out the mixture.

Preparation of the filling

3

In a large bowl, place the crushed biscuits, 200 g of coconut flakes (from the measured 250 g), 30 g of softened butter, and 1 g of salt. Then pour in 300 g of condensed milk. If you are using vanilla extract, add 5 g now. Mix vigorously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula for 2–3 minutes until the ingredients combine into a uniform, sticky mass. The mixture should be sticky, compact, and hold its shape when pressed in your hands.

Ingredients: Biscuits, Coconut flakes, Butter, Sweetened condensed milk, Salt, Vanilla extract
Use a spatula or mixer on low speed — a mixer will make mixing easier, but it is not necessary. If the mixture is too loose (does not hold its shape), add 1 tablespoon of extra crushed biscuits or an additional 10 g of coconut flakes; if it is too dry, add 10–20 g of condensed milk.

Cooling the mixture

4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes. Chilling will make it easier to shape the balls — the mixture will become less sticky and more pliable.

Ingredients: Sweetened condensed milk, Coconut flakes, Biscuits, Butter
Make sure the foil adheres to the surface of the mixture to prevent a skin from forming. If you plan to prepare them in advance for a party, you can chill for 1–2 hours (longer chilling may require briefly warming the mixture in your hands before shaping).

Shaping the balls

5

Take the bowl out of the fridge. Scoop the mixture with a teaspoon and form balls the size of a walnut (diameter about 2–3 cm): weigh about 18–20 g of the mixture for one ball (for 24 portions). Squeeze the mixture with your hands and roll it between your palms until a smooth ball forms. If your hands get sticky, lightly dampen them with cold water.

Ingredients: Sweetened condensed milk, Coconut flakes
Use a kitchen scale to keep the size of the balls similar (18–20 g each). If the mixture is very sticky, chill the formed 'logs' for 5 minutes, then finish shaping.

Coating

6

Prepare a flat plate with the remaining 50 g of coconut flakes and (optional) a plate with cocoa for coating. Carefully roll each ball in the coconut flakes: gently press the ball into the flakes and rotate until the surface is evenly coated. Alternatively: coat half of the balls in coconut flakes and the other half in cocoa for contrast.

Ingredients: Coconut flakes, Cocoa powder for coating
If the flakes don't want to stick, gently flatten the ball before rolling it. Additionally, you can add 'cocoa for rolling' for some of the balls — it gives an elegant, dark appearance.

Final cooling

7

Arrange the coated balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper in a single layer (not touching). Loosely cover with foil and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up and be ready to serve. After chilling, they will be firmer and easier to serve.

Ingredients: Coconut flakes, Sweetened condensed milk
The minimum cooling time is 30 minutes, but you can chill them for up to 2 hours before serving. Do not freeze them directly — they harden too much and may lose their structure after thawing.

Serving

8

Before serving, take the balls out of the fridge for about 5–10 minutes (to allow the internal temperature to slightly equalize). Serve on platters, in cupcake liners, or on a wooden board. You can decorate with additional sprinkles or a small dusting of cocoa on top.

Ingredients: Coconut flakes, Cocoa powder for coating
If you are preparing the balls for New Year's Eve 2025, set out several plates with different versions (coconut, cocoa) next to the drinks — guests will be happy to grab some small sweets. Additionally, you can add toothpicks for easier serving.

Fun Fact

💡

Coconut balls are a variation of traditional no-bake sweets, popular in many countries. Simple versions with condensed milk and coconut appeared in the 19th-20th century when condensed milk became readily available and began to be widely used in no-bake desserts.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the balls chilled, arranged in cupcake liners or on small plates. To diversify the plate, prepare two versions: one in coconut flakes, the other coated in cocoa. They pair well with champagne, iced coffee, or tea. For an elegant look, decorate some of the balls with edible gold glitter or almond sprinkles.

🥡 Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To maintain freshness, arrange the balls in a single layer or separate layers with parchment paper before placing them in the container. They can be frozen for up to 1 month — thaw slowly in the refrigerator for a few hours; after thawing, the texture may be slightly softer.

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